Latitude Inc · 9 hours ago
Human Resources Benefits Manager
Baltimore, MD
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$50/hr - $58/hr
7+ years expLatitude Inc is a professional services organization seeking an experienced Benefits & Leave Administration Manager to join their Human Resources team. This role is responsible for managing employee benefits and leave programs, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the employee experience.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day administration of all employee benefit programs
Manage relationships with plan vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators
Ensure accurate enrollment, terminations, beneficiary updates, and employee status changes
Administer COBRA, disability claims, death claims, and retirement plan processes including rollovers, loans, and hardship withdrawals
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and applicable federal and state regulations
Prepare and file ACA/PPACA reporting (including 1095-C) at federal and state levels
Manage annual retirement plan audits, compliance testing, QDROs, and required government filings
Administer all leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Maintain accurate leave documentation and track employee status and benefits premiums during leave periods
Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave-related questions and requirements
Evaluate existing benefits and leave processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Partner with HR leadership to support employee education and manager training related to benefits and leave policies
Develop and analyze reports related to benefits and leave utilization to support decision-making
Support wellness and employee engagement initiatives tied to benefits offerings
Audit vendor performance and billing accuracy
Coordinate benefit invoice reviews and payment processing
Support vendor renewals and negotiations in partnership with HR and finance leadership
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for benefits and leave administration within the HRIS
Ensure data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and support system enhancements
Qualification
Required
7–10 years of progressive experience in benefits and leave administration
Demonstrated expertise in benefits compliance and multi-state leave laws
Hands-on experience managing vendors, audits, and benefit program operations
Strong HRIS proficiency and advanced Excel skills
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits concepts clearly
Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Prior experience in a professional services environment (e.g., legal, accounting, finance, engineering, consulting, or similar)
Experience with UKG
Company
Latitude Inc
Company Summary Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase